1. Mike leapt to his feet and ran towards the window.

2. Everyone in the studio burst into the hysterical laughter.

3. This is the orientation week for all the new students.
4. Opposition leader described the government as farcical.
5. A serious payment is used to be the exception rather than the rule.
6. The plane was rapidly losing height.
7. This cold I've got is a real stinker.
8. You don't seem to care if I'm tired.
9. There is a range of restaurants to suit all tastes.
10. She won a scholarship to Iowa state University.
11. He has been living in Peru under an assumed name.
12. It's more relaxing to go by train.
13. The purpose is to build new houses for local people.